Interview Preparation Quiz

What is the main focus of Heather Austin's video?

• Tips for dressing for an interview

• How to negotiate a salary

• Four things to avoid saying in an interview

• How to write a resume

Why should you avoid asking about the position during an interview?

• It makes you seem too eager

• It is considered rude

• It indicates you haven't done your research

• It shows you are overconfident

What is a better alternative to asking about the position?

• Inquiring about the company's history

• Asking about the team you will work with

• Talking about your previous job

• Discussing your salary expectations

What should you avoid expressing during an interview?

• Your previous achievements

• Your excitement for the role

• Your knowledge about the company

• Your desperation for the job

Why is it important not to show desperation in an interview?

• It can make you appear less professional

• It shows a lack of interest in the company

• It can lead to a lower salary offer

• It makes you seem overqualified

What should you avoid saying about your previous employer?

• They encouraged my growth

• They were a great mentor

• They provided valuable experience

• Negative comments

How should you use your interview time instead of speaking negatively about past employers?

• Highlighting your leadership and teamwork skills

• Discussing your salary expectations

• Asking about vacation policies

• Talking about your hobbies

When is it appropriate to discuss salary during the interview process?

• During the first interview

• After receiving a job offer

• Before the interview starts

• At the end of the first interview

Why should you wait for the employer to bring up salary discussions?

• To show you are flexible

• To have better leverage in negotiations

• To avoid appearing greedy

• To focus on other benefits

What is a risk of discussing salary too early?

• You might seem uninterested

• You could overprice or undervalue yourself

• You may appear too eager

• You might forget other important questions